48-21 Georgia routs Missouri, while Alabama and Tennessee wake up in updated SEC power rankings
Georgia makes its case
Georgia took control early against Missouri, leading 31-0 in the first half and winning 48-21. The Tigers, ranked No. 22, had been playing for their playoff hopes, but the Bulldogs left little doubt about the outcome.
Georgia’s rise to No. 1 in the CFP rankings had drawn questions after a loss to Auburn, while Utah and UCLA remained unbeaten. The win over Missouri offered a forceful response to those doubts.
Alabama starts slowly
Russell started despite the injury, but Alabama struggled to build momentum and did not take the lead until the final minute of the first half. He finished with three touchdown passes as the Tide won 21-6.
Tennessee pulls away late
Tennessee looked less fluent than in its 34-6 win over Kentucky and trailed Texas A&M 7-6 at halftime. The Volunteers scored only one touchdown against the Aggies. Five field goals from Cooper Ranvier helped Tennessee secure a double-digit win and hand Texas A&M its third consecutive loss.
Key points
- Georgia beat No. 22 Missouri 48-21 after building a 31-0 first-half lead.
- Alabama defeated Vanderbilt 21-6, with Keelon Russell throwing three touchdown passes.
- Tennessee pulled away from Texas A&M after trailing 7-6 at halftime.
- Georgia’s next opponents are No. 17 South Carolina and Georgia Tech.